HBO’s New Horror Series That Won’t Let You Sleep:
IT: Welcome to Derry (2025) – The Dark Origins of Pennywise Begin
HBO is back with a series that has horror fans glued to their screens in late 2025. IT: Welcome to Derry is an 8-episode prequel set in Stephen King’s legendary It universe, diving deep into the dark origins of Pennywise.
Bill Skarsgård returns with his unforgettable clown performance, and the series premiered on October 26, 2025 on HBO and Max — instantly going viral.
If you loved the It movies and want more of Derry’s twisted secrets, this show is pure nightmare fuel.
Just a warning: you might want to keep the lights on when you go to bed.
What’s It About?
Set in 1962, the series begins when Leroy Hanlon (Jovan Adepo), his wife Charlotte (Taylour Paige), and their young son Will (Blake Cameron James) move to the quiet town of Derry, Maine.
Almost immediately, children in the town start disappearing under mysterious circumstances.
The story slowly unravels the rise of Pennywise (Bill Skarsgård), exposing Derry’s buried secrets and layers of escalating horror. Blending Native American myths, racism, and psychological terror, the show delivers a chilling prelude to the It films — yet it stands strong as a gripping, standalone thriller.
Who Should Watch It?
• Fans of Stephen King (It, The Shining)
• Horror and psychological thriller lovers
• Viewers looking for a short, bingeable mini-series (Stranger Things, True Detective)
• Anyone who enjoys hidden details, easter eggs, and deep lore
